Movie stars have to play many different characters. Not all of their roles can be similar to who they are in real life. Sometimes, their most iconic roles can turn out to be the complete opposite of them. Yet these actors are still able to bring these
legendary characters to life, despite the stark differences between them.
So, today, we mention 9 actors who played roles that were different as day and night from their real-life images. Which one is your favorite?
1. Pedro Pascal vs Javier Peña
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Javier Peña is a hot-tempered, brooding law enforcement officer that you really don't want to mess with. However, the actor who plays him is a big softie in real life. Pedro Pascal is a warm and uplifting person who loves cute things. The actor was once caught cooing over Baby Yoda when he first saw it. It must be quite a wholesome scene!
2. Rachel McAdams vs Regina George
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Regina George is one of the most infamous queen bees in Hollywood’s history. She is mean, cunning, manipulative, and selfish. On top of that, she also has a hot temper and an aggressive personality. In short, she is the opposite of Rachel McAdams. The actress is an environmentalist and she also does a lot of charity work. One of the charity foundations she works with is Small Steps Projects, which provides shoes to children who need them.
3. Emilia Clarke vs Daenerys Targaryen
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Emilia Clarke was so different from Daenerys Targaryen that even GOT fans didn’t recognize her in real life. The Mother of Dragons is ruthless and quite a badass on screen. Clarke is a big goofball in real life. Her costar Jason Momoa admitted that every time he saw her, his cheeks hurt from smiling so much.
4. Lena Headey vs Cersei Lannister
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Speaking of Game of Thrones, Cersei Lannister is certainly one of the most-hated and despicable villains in the show. With all the awful things she did, some might even say she was the worst. Lena Headey, the actress who plays her, is an absolutely delight in real life. She works with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) that advocates for European migrants.
5. Tom Hiddleston vs Loki
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Before his redemption arc, we have to admit that Loki was a maniacal, selfish, and manipulative villain. He is cunning and willing to sacrifice anything to achieve his goal. His resentment toward Odin and his bitter inferior complex to Thor made him a dangerous dictator. In real life, Tom Hiddleston is a hero. He does a lot of charity work and is a UNICEF ambassador.
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John Wick is the infamous assassin who frightens the most dangerous people in the underworld. The only commons between him and Keanu Reeves are their dry sense of humor and their love for puppies. The actor is known for his kindness and his generosity. We can all agree that Keanu Reeves is the embodiment of the rainbow in real life.
7. Neil Patrick Harris vs Barney Stinson
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In How I Met Your Mother, Neil Patrick Harris is the legendary womanizer Barney Stinson who flirts with countless girls. In real life, he is gay and has an amazing husband, David Burtka. The pair have been happily married since 2014 and got 2 children together, a son and a daughter.
8. Kerry Washington vs Olivia Pope
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Kerry Washington is an ambassador for V-Day, which is the movement that aims to end all violence against women. She is a sweet, kind, and gentle woman. However, she nailed her part of Olivia Pope in Scandal. Olivia is very different from Washington. The character is much more vicious, quick-witted, serious, and intense than the actress.
9. Meryl Streep vs Miranda Priestly
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Miranda Priestly is one of the most iconic roles of Meryl Streep. The ice queen was a ruthless boss that ruled over her fashion empire with an iron fist. She was willing to sacrifice everything for her career.
In real life, Streep is a wholesome and
funny woman who loves to cheer for other actresses. She supports Girl Up, which is a charity that focuses on empowering young women and girls.